Melania Trump arrived at State of the Union separately from the President

Washington( CNN) In a break with longstanding tradition, Melania Trump opted to journey with the guests she invited to take part in share her first lady’s box during President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address.

The Trumps will return to the White House in the same vehicle, according to Stephanie Grisham, the first lady’s communications director.

Melania Trump appeared to a standing ovation in the Capitol and was seated for her husband’s speech just one minute before its scheduled start.